Adjunct – Information Systems Technology – Project Management

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Columbus (OH); On-site; USD 78,357; Part time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking an experienced Adjunct for Information Systems Technology to provide quality instruction in a classroom setting. This part-time role includes a compensation rate of $56.88 per contact hour, with a maximum of 12 contact hours per week.

The ideal candidate holds a Bachelor’s degree and has business project management experience. Responsibilities include maintaining a positive learning environment and utilizing appropriate technologies to enhance the student learning experience.

Qualifications

• 3 years of business experience as a project manager.
• IT-related project management responsibilities preferred.
• Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP) is advantageous.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction and maintain a positive learning environment.
• Monitor teaching/learning effectiveness and engage with students.
• Utilize technology to support teaching and communicate with students.

Skills

Project management skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Ability to multitask

Teaching effectiveness

Education

Bachelor's degree

Tools

Technology for education

Job description

Adjunct – Information Systems Technology

Job Description: The Adjunct – Information Systems Technology position provides quality instruction and maintains a positive learning environment in the classroom, with major emphasis placed on teaching, supporting and evaluating students.

The Adjunct role provides instruction and monitors teaching/learning effectiveness in courses assigned by the Department Chair, or other leadership members. The adjunct must exhibit strong organizational skills and the ability to multitask while engaging large groups of people with complicated material.

Instruction & Student Learning

• Teaches assigned courses as scheduled and assumes primary responsibility for and exercises oversight of the curriculum in conjunction with Department policies, ensuring both the rigor of programs and the quality of instruction. Considers individual differences of students in order to design and support a range of appropriate learning activities.
• Participates in the identification of students with academic or other needs and responds by utilizing an appropriate resource.
• Uses technology in a manner appropriate to the nature and objectives of courses and programs and communicates clearly to students the expectations concerning the use of such technology.
• Keeps accurate and appropriate records in accordance with departmental policies.
• Maintains attendance records, determines and submits grades timely, and in accordance with established policies and procedures of the College, and communicates progress feedback as well as other relevant information to students throughout the semester. Distributes and maintains accurate syllabi that incorporate departmental, college, cross-college, and instructor requirements.
• Conducts classes punctually and in accordance with the prescribed meeting schedule.
• Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure students’ performance in achieving course goals and objectives.
• Engages in periodic meetings with the department, Lead Instructor, and Chairperson relative to teaching duties and professional development.

Student Engagement & Advisement

• Creates a positive classroom atmosphere that encourages active and collaborative learning, student effort, academic challenge, student and faculty interaction, and support for learners.
• Maintains posted office hours in accordance with departmental and policies of the College.
• Uses technology to assist in communication with students.
• Encourages a sense of community among students for learning both inside and outside the classroom.
• Refers students to appropriate student and academic support services available at the College or in the community.

Culture of Respect

• Fosters and maintains a safe environment of respect and inclusion for faculty, staff, students, and members of the community.

Minimum Education and Experience Required

• Minimum Qualifications: Bachelor’s degree, 3 years of business experience working as project manager.
• Preferred Qualifications: IT-related project management responsibilities, Certification in Project Management Professional (PMP), and Agile Scrum Master (CSM).
• An appropriate combination of education, training, coursework and experience may qualify a candidate.

Licenses and Certifications

• State Motor Vehicle Operator's License or demonstrable ability to gain access to work site(s).

Working Conditions

• Classroom environment may include in-person or online modalities.

Notes

*CSCC has the right to revise this position description at any time. This position description does not represent in any way a contract of employment.

Compensation Details

Compensation: $56.88 per contact hour

Contact Hour: Two hours equals one contact hour

Hours: Maximum of 12 contact hours per week

Full Time/Part Time: Part time